[Michlib-l] Library Law Shorts- Corona Virus Edition

Fri Apr 17 10:17:38 EDT 2020

Hi Luann:

I believe that they would be eligible for Pandemic Unemployment assistance. See:

https://www.michigan.gov/documents/leo/Fact_Sheet_172_-_Pandemic_Unemployment_Assistance_4-2020-sec_686888_7.pdf

Look about  halfway down the list on the sheet. It says “Were scheduled to start new employment and cannot reach the workplace as a direct result of Covid-19.”

At the end of the sheet are links  for assistance and information on applying.

I hope this helps!

Sincerely,
Clare

Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.
Library Law Consultant
Library of Michigan
MembielaC at michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC at michigan.gov>
517-335-8132

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From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org> On Behalf Of Luann Elvey via Michlib-l
Sent: Friday, April 17, 2020 9:38 AM
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Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Library Law Shorts- Corona Virus Edition

Before our closure, we made an offer of employment to a part-time employee.  Due to the governors stay at home order, she has been unable to report to work.  Seems to me she can't be the only one in this "gray area", stuck between the desire to report to work and being unable to.

I have been trying to determine if she'd be eligible for unemployment (being that she gave notice to her former employer and hasn't yet started with us), but have been unable to get through on the phone or find anything definitive on the state's website. (She, too, has been trying to get through.)

Does anyone know if she would qualify for unemployment?  Or how are you handling similar situations?

Any advice or guidance is appreciated.

Sincerely,

Kelly
East Tawas Library

On Wednesday, April 15, 2020, 01:16:18 PM EDT, Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l <michlib-l at mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l at mcls.org>> wrote:

Today’s Topic:    Unemployment

Statistics show that potentially 1 out of every 6 Michigan workers will need unemployment assistance. Unfortunately, Library workers are part of that group.

Below are some links and information to assist both library management and staff in navigating the confusing maze of unemployment benefits.

General Information with links to employer and employee specific information

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241---,00.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2F0%2C5863%2C7-336-78421_97241---%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570148328&sdata=FZ2MBEB0eJn2xwe93Q8VqOt6leZw%2BQo8AGvVEf7SrCc%3D&reserved=0>

https://www.michiganbusiness.org/covid19/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiganbusiness.org%2Fcovid19%2F&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570148328&sdata=PcBYKVmGozGYJ13C8hXcYEWel5uDYtEB5VbV3B9tdvU%3D&reserved=0>

Did you know about the Work Share program? It is an unemployment program in Michigan that permits employers to work reduced hours while also enabling them to obtain unemployment to make up a portion of lost wages.

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241_89981_90231_90233-352546--,00.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2F0%2C5863%2C7-336-78421_97241_89981_90231_90233-352546--%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570158283&sdata=zStocayfPLY41UdIL1CiDD5BDddY%2BVZR%2Blxu%2BHeiRhs%3D&reserved=0>

Did you also know that part-time employees (who are not working) are also eligible for unemployment benefits?

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241_98585_98657-525453--,00.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2F0%2C5863%2C7-336-78421_97241_98585_98657-525453--%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570158283&sdata=c8esakHicBEysgdb3BgpxgNleQHw2xpHurlHPnJ%2Fmwk%3D&reserved=0>

Need additional information about Unemployment as an employer?

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241_98677---,00.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2F0%2C5863%2C7-336-78421_97241_98677---%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570158283&sdata=09GZHIhcD3e8xjU3PIKpeWFHQQcEErrjwGiWk3K78Mg%3D&reserved=0>

as an employee?

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241_98585---,00.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2F0%2C5863%2C7-336-78421_97241_98585---%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637227276570168239&sdata=cBidJyE8qSZD7kPmd2pktgQDzT4YDMcv2E5OhyWKexI%3D&reserved=0>

https://www.michigan.gov/documents/uia/160_-_Claiming_UI_Benefit_In_Michigan_-_Jan2014_444213_7.pdf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2Fuia%2F160_-_Claiming_UI_Benefit_In_Michigan_-_Jan2014_444213_7.pdf&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570168239&sdata=TU2M%2F4LpbKAdzotOi9Bkdn0bZ%2B7DTNzYfklnIvYQ4T4%3D&reserved=0>

Just in general?

https://michiganlegalhelp.org/self-help-tools/employment/unemployment-benefits-and-covid-19-coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichiganlegalhelp.org%2Fself-help-tools%2Femployment%2Funemployment-benefits-and-covid-19-coronavirus&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570178196&sdata=tizr6VlFwK6QxFB%2BcRFeEfd8dvRqWuYmW2QyRxFAjnw%3D&reserved=0> (Note the free legal aid help line at the bottom of the page). From Michigan Legal Help.

https://www.michamber.com/coronavirus-toolkit<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michamber.com%2Fcoronavirus-toolkit&data=02%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Ceb7c2b2fbf144b67753508d7e2d4f43e%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637227276570178196&sdata=%2BjHW0cMKXPF7AN9KIs9jlv%2FC0WDON4mipPP9s1A8%2F8c%3D&reserved=0> General information, including a webinar on the unemployment process from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce

We here at the Library of Michigan are working remotely and available to assist and provide information. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if we can help!

Sincerely,

Clare

Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.

Library Law Consultant

Library of Michigan

MembielaC at michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC at michigan.gov>

517-335-8132

The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem.

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